Fernandina Comfort Sailing Excursion
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Duration
5 Nights
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Ship Comfort
Comfort
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Total Guests
16
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Price From
$4,700 per person
Set sail for an immersive 6-day journey through the Galapagos Islands, aboard the comfort EcoGalaxy Catamaran, where you'll encounter diverse wildlife, explore dramatic volcanic landscapes, and delve into the islands' rich natural history and vibrant ecosystems.
Trip Highlights:
- Learn About Giant Tortoise Conservation at the Charles Darwin Station: Witness breeding programs and observe diverse endemic species.
- Explore Isabela's Diverse Coastal Ecosystems: Discover the unique lava fields of Moreno Point, teeming with flamingos and penguins, and navigate the mangrove havens of Elizabeth Bay by dinghy.
- Witness Urbina Bay's Geological Transformation and Tagus Cove's Historic Charm: Walk across uplifted seabed and snorkel in the nutrient-rich waters of Tagus Cove.
- Encounter Unique Wildlife at Fernandina and Isabela: Observe the largest marine iguana colony at Espinoza Point and snorkel at Vicente Roca Point.
- Discover Santiago and Rabida's Coastal Treasures and Volcanic Landscapes: Explore the black sand beach of Puerto Egas and the red sands of Rabida, encountering diverse marine and terrestrial wildlife.
Operator's Itinerary
Day 1 | Baltra & Santa Cruz Islands
In the morning, arrive at Baltra Airport and meet your naturalist guide.
In the afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Station to learn about conservation efforts and observe giant tortoises and Darwin's finches.
(L, D)
Day 2 | Isabela: Moreno Point & Elizabeth Bay
In the morning, explore Moreno Point, observing flamingos, lagoon wildlife, and coastal species like penguins and marine iguanas amidst lava fields.
In the afternoon, enjoy a dinghy tour of Elizabeth Bay, observing penguins, flightless cormorants, and diverse marine life amidst mangroves and lava.
(B, L, D)
Day 3 | Isabela: Urbina Bay & Tagus Cove
In the morning, visit Urbina Bay, observing uplifted coral, land iguanas, and potential giant tortoises and hawks.
In the afternoon, explore Tagus Cove, observing Darwin finches, volcanic views, marine wildlife, and the endangered Galapagos martin from a boat tour.
(B, L, D)
Day 4 | Fernandina & Isabela Islands
In the morning, explore Espinoza Point, observing large marine iguana colonies, sea lions, flightless cormorants, and diverse wildlife amidst volcanic terrain.
In the afternoon, enjoy a dinghy tour of Vicente Roca Point, observing diverse marine wildlife and volcanic landscapes, including potential whale and dolphin sightings.
(B, L, D)
Day 5 | Santiago & Rabida Islands
In the morning, hike Puerto Egas, observing marine iguanas, sea lions, shorebirds, fur seals, and reintroduced land iguanas.
In the afternoon, explore Rabida Island, observing its red landscapes, sea lions, lagoon wildlife, and diverse birdlife along the coast.
(B, L, D)
Day 6 | Santa Cruz Island
In the morning, enjoy a dinghy tour of Black Turtle Cove, observing sea turtles, sharks, rays, and diverse birdlife amidst mangrove forests.
Later on, transfer to the airport for your flight back to mainland Ecuador.
(B)
Prices and Departures
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Vessel Overview
Your Expedition Vessel
Take a look inside...
Main Deck
On the main deck, besides the 4 cabins, we have the Dining room with a coffee station, as well as the Living room and a Boutique Briefing area.
Lower Deck
On the lower deck, there is the kitchen, the guide and crew cabins and the dining room for them.
Upper Deck
On the Upper deck we have 4 cabins and the bridge.
Sun Deck
The sun Deck has a wide Solarium with a 360° view, it is the ideal place to relax and rest in the lazy chairs. The Al Fresco area invites you to feel the fresh of the drinks admiring the nature life, becoming another perfect space simply relax.
Interior Living
Enjoy a magnificent view of the sea in the salon, located at the back of the boat, which has a television, DVD, small library and toy library, for your entertainment.
Dining Areas
Located on the main deck, where you can enjoy national and international cuisine in menu and buffet style, in addition vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other options, upon request. With capacity for 16 people. It has a coffee station available 24 hours a day.
Briefing Area
A comfortable space where expert guides provide informative lectures and insights on the Galápagos.
Panoramic Suites
There are spacious matrimonial cabins perfect for couples, twin cabins that have two single beds that will offer a pleasant rest, to families, friends or couples and triple cabins that offer you the opportunity to have a double bed plus a sofa bed, perfect for families with kids.
Cabins
Matrimonial Double Cabin
Spacious matrimonial cabins perfect for couples, that will allow you to have a well-deserved rest after the incredible activities in the Galapagos Islands.
Cabin size: 22m2
Twin Cabin
The twin cabins have two single beds that will offer a pleasant rest, to families, friends or couples. Ideal for those adventurers who travel alone and do not mind sharing their cabin with another person.
Cabin size: 20m2
Triple Cabin
These spacious cabins offer you the opportunity to have a double bed plus a sofa bed, perfect for families with kids.
Cabin size: 20m2
Bathroom
Comfortable private bathroom, with shower including hot water, hair dryer, and dry towel.
Ask a Galapagos specialist
to plan your adventure